Background: The COVID-19 pandemic infected and killed African Americans at higher rates than other Americans. Researchers want to understand why. Objective: This natural history study will look at how genetic, environmental, and social factors may predict or affect COVID-19 in African Americans. Information from this study will be combined with data from the GENE-FORECAST study. Eligibility: African Americans who were previously enrolled in GENE-FORECAST. Design: The study includes a telephone interview and 1 visit to the NIH clinic. Participants may engage in either one or both of these activities. The telephone interview will last 20 minutes. Participants will talk about their experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic. The clinic visit will last up to 4 hours. Participants will have a physical exam. They will have blood and urine tests. They will be tested for COVID-19. A long swab will be inserted into a nostril to get a fluid sample from the back of the nose. They will have noninvasive tests of their blood vessels. One device used is a pen-like probe placed lightly on the wrist. Another is a rubber sleeve placed around a finger while a blood pressure cuff is used on the arm. Participants will have a test to measure the electrical activity in their heart. Stickers attached to wires will be placed on their chest, arms, and legs. Participants will answer more questions about COVID-19. They will talk about their health behavior. They will talk about their family's health and the neighborhood they live in. Other questions will ask how they feel, live, work, and play.

Type: Observational

Start Date: Feb 2023

open study

This study is a platform protocol designed to be flexible so that it is suitable for a wide range of settings within health care systems and in community settings where it can be integrated into COVID-19 programs and subsequent treatment plans. This protocol is a prospective, multi-center, multi-arm, randomized, controlled platform trial evaluating various interventions for use in the treatment of autonomic dysfunction symptoms, including cardiovascular complications and postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), in PASC participants. The interventions tested will include non-pharmacologic care and pharmacologic therapies with study drugs.

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Mar 2024

open study

COVID-19 can trigger a dysregulated immune response, and previous studies have shown that immune modulation can improve outcomes in hospitalized patients. This trial is designed to determine whether intensification of immune modulation early in the course of the disease (while patients are on low flow oxygen) with abatacept (active arm) combined with standard of care (SOC) improves recovery as compared with placebo + SOC (placebo arm). For both groups, intensification of immunomodulation will be provided as part of SOC in case of signs of disease progression (patient requires high flow nasal oxygen (HFNO) or more support) and/or if the patient has rapidly increasing oxygen requirement.

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Jul 2023

open study

AZD3152, a single mAb, is being developed to have broad neutralizing activity across known SARS-CoV-2 variants of concern for pre-exposure prophylaxis of COVID-19. The aim of the Phase I/III study (Parent Study) will be to evaluate the safety, efficacy and neutralizing activity of AZD3152 compared with comparator for pre exposure prophylaxis of COVID-19, and separately evaluate the safety and PK of AZD5156, a combination of AZD3152 and AZD1061. Sub-study: This Phase II sub-study of SUPERNOVA will assess the safety, PK, and predicted neutralizing activity of AZD3152 compared with EVUSHELD for pre-exposure prophylaxis of COVID-19.

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Dec 2022

open study

An open label, non-randomized pilot study in kidney transplant recipients who received a completed primary series and bivalent booster of mRNA based COVID-19 vaccine and have =<2500 U/mL SARS-CoV-2 S antibody concentration using the Roche Elecsys(R) anti-RBD assay. Up to 80 participants will be enrolled in this study. Eligible participants will receive a dose of the Sanofi-GSK monovalent (B.1.351) CoV2 preS dTM-AS03 COVID-19 vaccine candidate.. The primary objective is to determine whether a booster dose of the Sanofi-GSK monovalent (B.1.351) CoV2 preS dTM-AS03 COVID-19 vaccine will elicit an increased SARS-CoV-2 antibody response in participants who have failed to maintain an antibody titer >2500 U/mL (using the Roche Elecsys(R) anti-RBD assay) to 2 or more doses of mRNA based COVID-19 vaccine

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Feb 2023

open study

The purpose of this clinical trial is to learn about the safety, tolerability and immunogenicity of BNT162b RNA-based SARS-CoV-2 vaccine candidates in adults to prevent COVID-19. For all cohorts (groups of participants), this study is seeking participants who are healthy (who may have preexisting disease if it is stable); All participants will receive a single dose of the study vaccine at the first study clinic and will return to the study clinic at least 4 more times. At each clinic visit, a blood sample will be taken. The study is about 6 months long for each participant. The vaccine candidates in this study are investigational but are very similar to BNT162b2 (Comirnaty), a COVID-19 RNA vaccine approved for use in the US and in many countries. For Cohort 1, this study included participants who were: - 18 through 55 years of age - have received 1 booster dose of a US-authorized COVID-19 vaccine, with the last dose being 90 or more days before Visit 1 of this study. All participants in Cohort 1 will receive 1 of the 2 study vaccines at a 30 microgram dose: BNT162b5 Bivalent (WT/OMI BA.2) or BNT162b2 Bivalent (WT/OMI BA.1). For Cohort 2, this study included participants who were: - 12 years of age and older - have received 3 prior doses of 30 micrograms BNT162b2, with the last dose being 150 to 365 days before Visit 1 of this study. Participants 12 through 17 years of age will receive BNT162b2 Bivalent (WT/OMI BA.4/BA.5) 30 micrograms. Participants 18 years and older will receive BNT162b2 Bivalent (WT/OMI BA.4/BA.5) at either a 30 microgram or a 60 microgram dose. For Cohort 3, this study included participants who were: - 18 years of age and older - have received 3 prior doses of 30 micrograms BNT162b2, with the last dose being 150 to 365 days before Visit 1 of this study. - Participants will receive BNT162b2 Bivalent (WT/OMI BA.4/BA.5) 30 micrograms. For Cohort 4, this study is seeking participants who are: - 18 through 55 years of age - have received 3 or 4 prior doses of a US-authorized mRNA COVID-19 vaccine (and dose level), with the last dose being a US-authorized BA.4/BA.5-adapted bivalent vaccine and dose level at least 150 days before Visit 1 of this study. All participants in Cohort 4 will receive 1 of the 5 study vaccines at a 30 microgram dose: BNT162b2 Bivalent (Original/ OMI BA.4/BA.5), BNT162b5 Bivalent (Original/OMI BA.4/BA.5), BNT162b6 Bivalent (Original/OMI BA.4/BA.5), BNT162b7 Bivalent (Original/OMI BA.4/BA.5) or BNT162b7 Monovalent (OMI BA.4/BA.5).

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Jul 2022

open study

Primary objective: - To evaluate the efficacy of oral reparixin versus standard care alone in limiting disease progression in adult patients hospitalised for infectious pneumonia acquired in the community (CAP), including COVID-19. Secondary objectives: - To determine the effect of reparixin on several disease severity/progression measures including recovery, ventilatory free days and mortality. Safety objectives: - To evaluate the safety of oral reparixin versus placebo in the specific clinical setting.

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Apr 2022

open study

This study will investigate the efficacy of oral gabapentin in olfactory improvement following Covid-19- associated olfactory dysfunction. This is a randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled trial.

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Jan 2022

open study

This study will enroll up to 80 subjects with Chronic Post COVID-19 Syndrome. Subjects will receive four intravenous injections of either allogeneic HB-adMSC's or a placebo over 10 weeks with two follow-up visits and an end of study visit at week 26.

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Jan 2022

open study

This study will disseminate five surveys collecting individual's attitudes and experiences during buprenorphine treatment for Opioid Use Disorder during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Type: Observational

Start Date: Nov 2021

open study

This study investigates whether donors with previous exposure to COVID-19 can pass their immunity by hematopoietic (blood) stem cell transplant (HCT) donation to patients that have not been exposed. Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) is the virus that causes the COVID19 infection. This study may provide critical information for medical decision-making and possible immunotherapy interventions in immunocompromised transplant recipients, who are at high risk for COVID19 severe illness.

Type: Observational

Start Date: Sep 2020

open study

This 3-arm study compares the effectiveness of an (1) 8-week mindfulness-based intervention, MBCT-R (Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy for Resilience During COVID-19)+CHA MindWell vs. (2) iCBT (internet based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)+ CHA MindWell vs. (3) CHA MindWell remote monitoring and telephone coaching alone on depressive symptoms as measured over the course of 24-weeks by the computerized adaptive mental health (CAT-MH) interview for depression (CAT-DI). Secondary outcomes include rates and levels of alcohol and drug use, as well as the number of required mental health clinician visits (televisits and in-person visits). Exploratory outcomes include stress-related affect reactivity and salivary inflammatory markers (e.g., interleukin-6).

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Mar 2021

open study

The purpose of this study is to measure immunity to the flu vaccine over time in patients who had COVID-19. Adults who have been diagnosed with COVID-19 as well as controls without COVID-19 will be invited to participate in this study.

Type: Observational

Start Date: Oct 2020

open study

ULSC-CV-01 is a clinical trial that comprises both Phase 1 and Phase 2a, which will be conducted sequentially. This trial will evaluate the safety and potential efficacy of allogeneic Umbilical Cord Lining Stem Cells (ULSC), which are a type of umbilical cord tissue derived mesenchymal stem cells (MSC), with intravenous (IV) administration in hospitalized patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) due to COVID-19.

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Dec 2020

open study

This phase I trial investigates breathing techniques and meditation for health care workers during COVID-19 pandemic. Breathing techniques and medication may help manage stress and improve lung health. The goal of this trial is to learn if breathing techniques and meditation may help to reduce stress and improve lung health in health care workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Jun 2020

open study

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effect of the probiotic Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG (LGG) and the effect of COVID-19 on the microbiome (the microorganisms that live in and on the human body) in exposed household contacts of COVID-19. This is a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study, meaning subjects will be randomly assigned to receive LGG or a placebo (an inactive substance given in the same form as the active substance) and will not know which product they are receiving. Subjects will participate in the study for around 60 days. All subjects must refrain from taking any other probiotics while on study. All subjects must have access to e-mail and the internet to complete study questionnaires. Participation in this study entails taking LGG/placebo for 28 days, responding to questionnaires, and providing stool and nasal swab samples.

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Jun 2020

open study

This study plans to examine biological bases of cognitive aging. The goals of the study are to better understand how immune system markers, measured in the blood and in the spinal fluid, are related to clinical features of aging over time. The study also aims to better understand how different types of biomarkers may relate to immune health and the aging process. This research may ultimately help us better understand what puts individuals at risk for cognitive decline and for Alzheimer's disease.

Type: Observational

Start Date: Apr 2019

open study

To explore the safety and efficacy of daily doses of celecoxib + valacyclovir in the treatment of patients with prolonged symptoms caused by COVID-19.

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Oct 2023

open study

The CDC describes Post-acute sequelae of SARS-COV-2 infection (PASC) for the wide range of physical and mental health consequences experienced by some patients. These sequelae may be present four or more weeks after SARS-COV-2 infection, including patients who had initial mild or asymptomatic acute infection. However, there is complete absence of data whether chronic sleep changes due to COVID-19 infection may influence these physical and mental health consequences. While fatigue is one of the common post-COVID conditions, there are no systematic examinations of sleep disturbances in COVID-19 survivors. This will be a pilot observational retrospective and prospective cohort study, to systematically assess if sleep disturbances and severity of sleep apnea comprise a modifiable facet of PASC as well as the short-term and longer-term effects of COVID-19 infection itself on sleep, cognitive function, exercise capacity and lung function.

Type: Observational [Patient Registry]

Start Date: Jan 2023

open study

Chronic olfactory dysfunction, both hyposmia and parosmia, from the COVID-19 pandemic is a growing public health crisis with up to 1.2 million people in the United States affected. Olfactory dysfunction impacts one's quality of life significantly by decreasing the enjoyment of foods, creating environmental safety concerns, and affecting one's ability to perform certain jobs. Olfactory loss is also an independent predictor of anxiety, depression, and even mortality. Recent research by our group (unpublished data) and suggests that parosmias, moreso than hyposmias, can result in increased rates of anxiety, depression, and even suicidal ideation. While the pandemic has increased the interest by the scientific community in combating the burgeoning health crisis, few effective treatments currently exist for olfactory dysfunction. Persistent symptoms after an acute COVID-19 infection, or "Long COVID" symptoms, have been hypothesized to be a result of sympathetic positive feedback loops and dysautonomia. Stellate ganglion blocks have been proposed to treat this hyper-sympathetic activation by blocking the sympathetic neuronal firing and resetting the balance of the autonomic nervous system. Studies prior to the COVID-19 pandemic have supported a beneficial effect of stellate ganglion blocks on olfactory dysfunction, and recent news reports and a published case series have described a dramatic benefit in both olfactory function and other long COVID symptoms in patients receiving stellate ganglion blocks. A previous pilot study using stellate ganglion blocks of 20 participants with persistent COVID-19 olfactory dysfunction resulted modest improvements in subjective olfactory function, smell identification, and olfactory-specific quality-of-life, but it lacked a control group. Therefore, we propose a double-blinded, placebo-controlled randomized clinical trial assessing the efficacy of a stellate ganglion block versus saline injection in a total of up to 140 participants with persistent COVID-19-associated olfactory dysfunction.

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Oct 2023

open study

The main objective of the study is to evaluate the safety of the elasomeran/davesomeran and andusomeran vaccines as used in routine clinical practice.

Type: Observational

Start Date: Apr 2023

open study

The purpose of this clinical protocol is to learn about the safety, tolerability, and immunogenicity of new BNT162b2 RNA-based vaccine candidates targeting new variants of SARS-CoV-2 in healthy people. Substudy A: - This study will evaluate the safety, tolerability, and immunogenicity of BNT162b2 (Omi XBB.1.5) given as a single 30 µg dose, - in people who are 12 years of age and older, - who previously received at least 3 doses of a US-authorized mRNA COVID-19 vaccine, with the most recent dose being an Omicron BA.4/BA.5-adapted bivalent vaccine received at least 150 days before the study vaccination (Visit 1). - The study is about 6 months long for each participant. - Participants will have at least 5 visits to the clinic. - At each clinic visit a blood sample will be taken. - At least 1 nasal swab will taken. Substudy B: - This study will evaluate the safety, tolerability, and immunogenicity of BNT162b2 (Omi XBB.1.5) given as a single 30 µg dose, - in people who are 12 years of age and older, - who are COVID-19 vaccine-naïve - who have had any positive SARS-CoV-2 test result >28 days before study vaccine administration. - The study is about 6 months long for each participant. - Participants will have at least 5 visits to the clinic. - At each clinic visit a blood sample will be taken. - At least 1 nasal swab will taken.

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Aug 2023

open study

The goal of this clinical study is to learn more about the safety and tolerability of obeldesivir (ODV) in children and adolescents with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The primary objectives are to evaluate the plasma pharmacokinetics (PK), safety and tolerability of ODV in pediatric participants with COVID-19.

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Dec 2023

open study

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety, reactogenicity and immune responses of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) mRNA-CR-04 vaccine construct when administered in healthy adults previously vaccinated with SARS-CoV-2 mRNA vaccines.

Type: Interventional

Start Date: Aug 2023

open study

Research suggests that Whole Body Hyperthermia in a sauna-like environment can reduce symptoms related to post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 (PASC), or Long Covid. The investigators aim to study the feasibility and treatment effect of this procedure for patients experiencing Long Covid symptoms.

Type: Interventional

Start Date: May 2024

open study